Afcon 2025 breaks all-time goal record before final matches
The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 has set a new record for most goals scored in a single tournament, reaching 120 goals before the final and third-place matches. According to the Confederation of African Football, this surpasses the previous record of 102 goals set at the 2019 finals in Egypt. Teams like Senegal, Nigeria, Morocco, and Côte d’Ivoire have all contributed to this milestone. Leading scorers include Brahim Diaz, Mohammed Salah, and Victor Osimhen, making the race for the top scorer award highly competitive.
Match highlights
- The tournament has already seen 120 goals, breaking the previous record of 102 from the 2019 finals in Egypt.
- Brahim Diaz leads the scoring chart with five goals, followed by Mohammed Salah and Victor Osimhen with four each.
- The Confederation of African Football credits the attacking style, technical quality, and confidence of teams for the high goal tally.
- The 24-team format and bold tactical approaches have resulted in competitive, goal-filled matches.
- Stadiums across Morocco have been filled with energetic crowds, reflecting the excitement and entertainment of the competition.
